Drought Conditions Impact Hard Red Winter Wheat in Southern Plains
• Drought in the Southern Plains significantly deteriorates hard red winter wheat crops, with abandonment rates reaching 40% in some areas.
• Top HRW-producing states (Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Nebraska) report less than 14% of crops in good to excellent condition.
• U.S. all-winter wheat production forecast reduced by 19 million bushels due to drought, impacting overall yields and future production prospects.
Southern Plains wheat crops severely impacted by drought
Significant drought conditions are impacting hard red winter wheat crops across the Southern Plains, with eastern Kansas, eastern Colorado, and West Texas reporting severe deterioration.
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